Canadian Cheddar Cheese Curds from China
Fresh cheese curds made from cow's milk, classified under HTS 0406.10.38 as fresh (unripened) cheese with a fat content over 40% but not over 45% by weight in dry matter. These qualify for USMCA preferential treatment under 9823.04.06 as originating goods of Canada per note 4(b)(2). Produced in Quebec using pasteurized milk and bacterial cultures.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Obtain Canadian Certificate of Origin confirming USMCA qualification under note 4(b)(2)
• Ensure compliance with FDA dairy import requirements including pasteurization certification
• Monitor annual Canadian cheese quota limits under USMCA to avoid over-quota duties